In it, typography expert Bosler shares her considerable knowledge about the art and the science of good typography. Part history lesson, part art class, part hands-on training, Bosler provides details that make the subject come alive.

If you are looking to hone your craft in this area, this book will help you understand:

How typography has evolved

Standard terms and how they are used

Technical aspects of kerning, leading, tracking and so forth

The differences between type for print and type for digital

How to effectively use type as part of a comprehensive design.

Using fonts and typography to good effect is a hallmark of talented designers. Knowing why a font works in a particular situation can help eliminate the guesswork and bring your designs to the next level. This book can help you do just that.